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Experience Malaysia, truly Asia, today with an ,[object Object],eco-friendly vacation.,[object Object]
Traveling to Malaysia,[object Object],Take a flight from a “Green” airline such as Lufthansa or Virgin Atlantic. The International Air Transport Association set a goal of creating zero-emissions airplanes within the next 50 years.,[object Object],Lufthansa is cutting down its carbon dioxide emissions and has cut down 40% of its nitrogen oxide levels from  the year 2000.,[object Object],Virgin Atlantic has been developing cleaner and more sustainable forms of fuel, and has flown its Boeing 747-400 plane on 20% biofuel (a mixture of coconut oil and babassu oil) and 80% conventional oil.,[object Object]
Arriving in Malaysia,[object Object],Gayana eco-resort offers guests ferry transportation to the resort from the airport ferry terminal. ,[object Object],Each ferry can hold up to 50 guests at a time, and trips take 15 minutes.,[object Object],When traveling on mainland, guests also have the option of renting fuel efficient cars from travel agencies.,[object Object]
Gayana Eco-Resort Green Features,[object Object],coral reef protection and regeneration-  Gayana collects broken coral fragments for replanting and restores coral reef ecosystems by using electrolysis to ensure faster coral growth and survival in poor water conditions. Gayana is also the first in Malaysia to use the Biorock Project where sunken structures are planted that conduct electrolysis and facilitates coral to grow 6 times faster.,[object Object],mangrove protection- Mangroves line the coasts of both the peninsula and island portion of Malaysia. The mangroves account for 2.5% of the world’s mangrove populations, and Gayana resort takes extra measures to protect the native trees.,[object Object],marine life protection and rehabilitation- Gayana also has a Marine Ecology Research Centre on site that allows them to produce life, and life of endangered species. The research center is also equipped with an auditorium,[object Object]
Green Features,[object Object],Giant clam propagation- There are 8 species of giant clams, and Gayana has successfully propagated 7 out of the 8 species in their  research centre for restocking back to the sea. Other propagation projects include coral reef and  various species of fish.,[object Object],Recycling program- The resort offers a recycling program for its guests and encourages staff members to separate recyclable material from non-recyclable material. In addition to recycling, the resort also composts waste to re-sage organic material into their landscape.,[object Object],Certified “litter free resort”- In 2008, Gayana was the first ever resort awarded with the “litter free resort” award. The award was presented by the Mayer and it recognizes Gayana’s eco commitment to sustainability and becoming eco-friendly.,[object Object]
Green Features,[object Object],Certified “5 Star public washrooms” for design and cleanliness- In 2008, Gayana was also awarded with the “5 star toilet” status. Water used to flush toilets is recycled water that comes from the reservoirs near the resort,[object Object],Going towards eco-certification- With the resort’s many programs and methods for recycling and conserving energy, they are working towards earning eco certification. Eco certification recognizes quality of service and use of ecological products.,[object Object],No shark fins served throughout resort- 100 million sharks a killed and mutilated a year for their prize fins for human consumption. Gayana is the first resort in the nation of Malaysia to take shark fins off its menu. “Killing sharks and throwing them away just for their fins is a despicable and shameful practice that must be stopped,” said the PR director for the resort.,[object Object]
Green Features,[object Object],Water reservoir- The Gayana eco-resort, which is nestled at the edges of a tropical jungle, features an on site water-reservoir to collect rain water. A water treatment facility also exists on site to purify water to use in flushing toilets and watering plants. Sheets will only be changed upon customer requests after check-in.,[object Object],Energy saving light bulbs- To save on energy, Gayana outfits the whole resort with energy saving lightbulbs. Guest rooms also have light extinguishing features enabled by special room keys. Staff members are also educated in saving energy whenever possible.,[object Object]
Entertainment,[object Object],Gayana Eco-resort offers local dive excursions to all other islands and reefs within the Tunku Abdul Rahman park.,[object Object],Fishing is not permitted in the park or resort; however, guests have access to complimentary activities such as coral planting and fish feeding.,[object Object],To protect the reefs near the island, all water sports offered only utilize non-motorized vehicles.,[object Object]
Observing Wildlife,[object Object],Guided jungle trekking is also available to guests along with guided mangrove exploration. Gayana educates its guests about the resort’s protection programs and encourages them to participate and become a part of protecting wildlife.,[object Object]
Borneo Eco ToursAn online agency that offers great eco friendly tour packages for tourists to view the area around Gayana Eco-resort.,[object Object],Trips are planned well before hand so that drivers can avoid congested routes. Join-in tour is also available to help reduce carbon dioxide emission and conserve fuel.,[object Object],Vehicles are all well-tuned to improve gas mileage, and tires are properly inflated to reduce tread wear and conserve fuel.,[object Object],Vehicles have properly tuned fuel injections to decrease idling, and only newer model vehicles are used to decrease idling time and emission output.,[object Object],Drivers always maintain a steady speed to have a positive effect on exhaust emissions, increase fuel economy, and safety. Drivers also obey the excess weight weight permit to keep the vehicle from consuming more fuel.,[object Object]
Location,[object Object],Gayana Eco Resort is located on the island Pulau Gaya off the coast of Kota Kinabalu. (circled in red),[object Object]
Bibliography,[object Object],"Borneo Eco Tours Sabah Malaysia." Borneo Specialist - Borneo Eco Tours Sabah Malaysia. Web. 21 Dec. 2010.             <http://borneoecotours.com/green_practices.php>. ,[object Object],"Gayana Eco Resort - Location." Gayana Eco Resort | Bungaraya Island Resort Spa | Borneo Island | Malaysia. Web. 21 Dec. 2010.             <http://www.gayana-eco-resort.com/gayana_site/location.html>. ,[object Object],"Gayana Eco Resort." Eco Hotels of the World. Web. 21 Dec. 2010. <http://www.ecohotelsoftheworld.com/gayana-eco-resort-3.html>. ,[object Object],"Gayana Eco Resort, First Resort Certified as Litter Free." Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment, Sabah. 18 Sept. 2008. Web.              21 Dec. 2010. <http://kepkas.sabah.gov.my/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=982:gayana-eco-resort-first-resort-certified-as-litter-free&catid=36:year-2008&Itemid=70>. ,[object Object],"Green Aircraft and Airlines." Airline Seating Charts - Best Airplane Seats - SeatGuru. Web. 21 Dec. 2010.             <http://www.seatguru.com/articles/green_aircraft_and_airlines.php>. ,[object Object],"Resort Takes Shark's Fins off It's Menu." Daily Express Newspaper Online, Sabah, Malaysia. 27 Sept. 2008. Web. 21 Dec. 2010.             <http://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news.cfm?NewsID=60091>. ,[object Object],State, By. "Tourism Malaysia : Activities : Ecotourism." Tourism Malaysia Official Website. Web. 21 Dec. 2010. ,[object Object],           <http://www.tourism.gov.my/en/activities/default.asp?activity_id=20>. ,[object Object]

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